Norse mythology

The End of Everything: The Story of Ragnarok in Norse Mythology The Importance of Norse Mythology in Viking Culture Norse mythology is the collection of myths and legends that originated in Scandinavia. These stories were passed down orally for centuries before being written down during the Viking Age (793-1066 CE). Norse mythology was an integral part of Viking culture, influencing everything from their art and literature to their social hierarchy and religious practices. The gods and goddesses of Norse mythology were seen as powerful beings who could affect every aspect of life, both good and bad. The Vikings believed that their gods lived in a realm called Asgard, which was connected to Midgard (the world of humans) by a rainbow bridge called Bifrost. They also believed in a variety of other realms, including Niflheim (the realm of ice) and Muspelheim (the realm of fire). According to Norse mythology, these realms